Address: Culford School, Culford, Suffolk IP28 6TX Salary: £35,000 per annum Hours: Full Time. 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, 07.30 am to 6 pm Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: 7715 We are looking for a self-motivated, proactive and inspiring Nursery Manager to work as part of a team in our nursery, catering for children from 12 months to 3 years of age. This is an exciting position to work in an ever-evolving setting. You must hold an up-to-date and recognised childcare qualification, level 3 or above with leadership experience. Early applications are encouraged as candidates will be reviewed regularly and the advert may close at any point. Full-time role, based on 52 weeks per year and typically involving 40 hours per week. Working hours will usually fall between 07:30 am and 6 pm, although hours and weeks worked can be negotiable for the right candidate Culford is a boarding and day school for over 900 children aged 1 to 18, set in 480 acres of beautiful Suffolk parkland, with an 18th century grade II mansion at its centre and three separate schools: the pre-prep and nursery (ages 1 to 7); the prep (ages 7 to 13); and the senior school (ages 13 to 18). We believe in educating the whole person to deliver a well-rounded, fulfilled individual with excellent academic results. Everything we do is informed by our firm belief that learning should be challenging, enriching and fun. Culford is a Christian school with a Methodist tradition. We see education as a transformational process that guides pupils towards academic success, clear moral values, and the development of leadership and a readiness for the world of adulthood. Duties and Responsibilities: The list below is not exhaustive and assumes that from time-to-time other tasks not listed, may be required to ensure the efficient operation of the school. Leading and inspiring a team of Early Years Practitioners, promoting high standards of quality and care within the nursery Implementing and developing an age-appropriate curriculum to ensure that every child develops within a stimulating environment Possessing a thorough knowledge of Ofsted and the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and effectively implementing these requirements Implement all safeguarding and health and safety policies and procedures Maintaining and enhancing excellent parent partnerships of existing and prospective parents Confident leadership skills with the ability to communicate and motivate staff to meet and exceed levels of excellence Taking an active role within the Pre-Prep and Nursery Senior Management Team Skills and personal qualities Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of an independent school. A good standard of written, spoken and listening skills. A high level of flexibility, a ‘can do’ attitude, and an openness to new ideas and practices. Dynamic and approachable, able to put people at ease, reassure, guide, and explain. Ability to confidently and effectively work alongside children, staff and parents. Understanding the age-appropriate needs and concerns of young children and having natural empathy with them. Innovative, hard-working, driven and determined. Resilient with a good sense of humour. The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Benefits Enhanced holiday leave, 28 days per annum, plus 7 days bank holidays. May day is a working day Free lunch Onsite parking Continuing Professional Development and networking opportunities Enhanced pension contributions Employee Assistance Programme Access to Health Cash Plan after 6 months’ service Group Life Insurance after 6 months service Membership of the Culford Sports and Tennis Centre For more information: Please feel free to contact the HR team by emailing: hr@culford.co.uk To find out more, please visit our website (Culford School) How to apply To apply, please submit your completed application form and letter addressed to Victoria Steers, Head of Pre-Prep and Nursery email to: hr@culford.co.uk The Culford Application form can be found on the Work for Us page on: www.culford.co.uk Closing date: 9 am, 8 August 2025. We reserve the right to close the role early